In This Episode:

Host Jen Rubin, along with Malcolm Turnbull and Yair Zivan, delves into the concept of centrism and the necessity of political moderation amidst rising populism and extremism. They discuss Zivan’s book, ‘The Center Must Hold,’ which features global voices advocating for centrism. The conversation emphasizes shared values, compromise, and humility in politics, and examines the role of institutions like compulsory and preferential voting in promoting centrism. Additionally, they address media polarization, the need for fact-based journalism, and the importance of national service and bridging social capital to foster unity and understanding.

Buy ‘The Center Must Hold‘ by Yair Zivan, with contributions from Jen Rubin and Malcolm Turnbull

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Host:

Jennifer Rubin